Source: MSN
Summary
Giancarlo Stanton, the Yankees’ slugger, may return for the playoffs after a 5 1/2-month absence due to calf strains. Stanton faced pitchers at Double-A Somerset, where he homered and had six or seven at-bats. Center fielder Trent Grisham, also injured, participated. Yankees manager Aaron Boone said both players are “on the outskirts of the conversation.” The Yankees, missing Aaron Judge, are set to host Boston in a best-of-three Wild Card Series. Stanton has missed 500 of 1,194 games since 2018, with multiple injuries including strains and tendinitis.
Our Reading
This one felt recognizable early.
Stanton’s return is a slow burn, not a sprint.
Boone’s raspy voice and cold don’t help the optimism.
Grisham’s hamstring strain is another injury in a long list.
Yankees fans know the script: rehab, hope, and maybe a pinch-hitter.
Author: Evan Null
Yankees’ Injury Woes Continue
The Yankees are dealing with another round of injuries as Giancarlo Stanton and Trent Grisham continue their rehab. Stanton has been out for 5 1/2 months due to calf strains, and Grisham has been sidelined since September 4 with a hamstring injury. Both players participated in workouts, but their returns remain uncertain.
Boone’s Concerns
Manager Aaron Boone, who is dealing with a cold, expressed cautious optimism about both players. He mentioned that they are “on the outskirts of the conversation,” suggesting that their roles in the playoffs may be limited. Boone’s raspy voice and ongoing illness add to the uncertainty.
Yankees’ Playoffs Setup
The Yankees are set to host the Boston Red Sox in a best-of-three Wild Card Series starting Tuesday. All three games will be played at Yankee Stadium. The team is already missing Aaron Judge, who is out with a strained right calf. This makes the potential return of Stanton even more critical.
Stanton’s Injury History
Stanton has had a long history of injuries, including strains in both calves, right biceps, right knee, left hamstring, left quadriceps, and issues with his right ankle, left Achilles, and both elbows. His 500 missed games since 2018 highlight the challenges he faces in staying on the field.
Contract and Future
Stanton is owed $25 million next year in the final guaranteed season of his $325 million, 13-year contract. The deal includes a $10 million buyout of a 2028 club option. Despite his injury history, the Yankees are still hoping he can contribute in some capacity during the playoffs.
